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Staatsanwalt
German → American English
American English
Public prosecutor
Beamter oder juristischer Vertreter der Staatsanwaltschaft, der in Strafsachen Anklage erhebt und die öffentliche Klage vertritt.
Der Staatsanwalt beantragte eine Freiheitsstrafe für den Angeklagten.Staatsanwalt is the standard legal term in German; use it for the official prosecutor in criminal cases, not for a defense lawyer or judge.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Staatsanwalt mean in English?
It means public prosecutor or prosecuting attorney.
Is Staatsanwalt the same as a lawyer?
Not exactly. A Staatsanwalt is the prosecutor in a criminal case, not a defense lawyer.
What is the difference between Staatsanwalt and Staatsanwaltschaft?
Staatsanwalt is the individual prosecutor; Staatsanwaltschaft is the public prosecutor’s office or prosecution service.